Hummus

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Hummus
Hummus
Yields:
6
serving(s)
Prep Time:
10 minutes
Total Time:
10 minutes
Cal/Serv:
103
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Smooth homemade hummus is one of those easy recipes that feels fresh, cozy, and useful all at once. With canned chickpeas, creamy tahini, lemon juice, and olive oil, it comes together quickly in a blender or food processor.

Ice cubes help create a lighter, fluffier texture without much effort. A little cold water can also help loosen everything until it becomes creamy and scoopable.

Serve it in a bowl with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of paprika. It pairs beautifully with pita bread, crackers, crunchy veggies, or even as a sandwich spread.

Simple ingredients, quick prep, and a creamy finish make this hummus a reliable dip to keep on repeat.

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Recipe Information

Ingredients

For:
6
serving(s)
  • 1 can chickpeas, 15-ounce
  • 1 large lemon, juiced
  • 4 tbsp tahini
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder, or 1 garlic clove
  • 2 tbsp olive oil, plus extra for serving
  • salt, to taste
  • 4 ice cubes
  • 2 to 3 tbsp cold water, if needed for blending
  • 1 dash paprika, for serving
Nutrition Facts
Hummus
Serving Size
 
55 g
Amount per Serving
Calories
103
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
10
g
15
%
Saturated Fat
 
1
g
6
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
3
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
5
g
Sodium
 
5
mg
0
%
Potassium
 
55
mg
2
%
Carbohydrates
 
3
g
1
%
Fiber
 
1
g
4
%
Sugar
 
0.1
g
0
%
Protein
 
2
g
4
%
Vitamin A
 
15
IU
0
%
Vitamin C
 
2
mg
2
%
Calcium
 
15
mg
2
%
Iron
 
0.5
mg
3
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Equipments

  • 1 blender
  • 1 can opener
  • 1 measuring spoon set
  • 1 citrus juicer
  • 1 spatula
  • 1 serving bowl
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Directions

  1. Drain and rinse the chickpeas well.
  2. Add the chickpeas, lemon juice, tahini, garlic powder or fresh garlic, olive oil, salt, and ice cubes.
  3. Blend everything together until creamy.
  4. Add 2 to 3 tablespoons of cold water if needed to help it blend and to make the hummus extra smooth.
  5. Taste the hummus and add more salt or lemon juice if needed.
  6. Spoon into a bowl, drizzle with a little olive oil, and finish with a dash of paprika on top.
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